Q.1) India’s first Braille and sign language-enabled passport services have been launched at which location?
[a] New Delhi
[b] Mumbai
[c] Bhopal
[d] Bengaluru
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Answer: [c] Bhopal
Explanation:
The initiative was launched at the Regional Passport Office, Bhopal, making it India’s first to provide Braille booklets, signage, and sign language video support for divyang applicants. It aims to ensure inclusive and barrier-free passport services with features like QR-enabled access to information and guided assistance at service counters.
Q.2) Which Indian FMCG company has become the first to cross ₹1 trillion turnover in FY26?
[a] Hindustan Unilever Limited
[b] ITC Limited
[c] Nestlé India
[d] Amul
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Answer: [d] Amul
Explanation:
Amul became the first Indian FMCG company to cross ₹1 trillion turnover in FY26, driven by strong domestic and global demand. Its marketing arm, Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation, reported significant growth, with expansion into Europe, the US and new markets in Africa and Southeast Asia.
Q.3) Hermes’ Dialogue 6.0, recently in the news, was hosted by which institution?
[a] Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
[b] Birla Institute of Management Technology
[c] Indian School of Business
[d] Xavier School of Management
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Answer: [b] Birla Institute of Management Technology
Explanation:
Hermes’ Dialogue 6.0 was hosted by BIMTECH, Greater Noida. It is a national-level competition organised by its PGDM-IB Cosmopolitan Club to promote global discourse and leadership development. The 2026 edition focused on energy independence vs global energy security and saw participation from multiple countries.
Q.4) ‘Promise4Wealth’, recently launched by Canara HSBC Limited in India, is a type of which financial product?
[a] Mutual Fund
[b] Fixed Deposit
[c] Unit Linked Insurance Plan (ULIP)
[d] Pension Scheme
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Answer: [c] Unit Linked Insurance Plan (ULIP)
Explanation:
Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company Limited launched Promise4Wealth, a ULIP that combines market-linked returns with life insurance cover. It offers options like Maximiser, Shield and LongLife, catering to wealth creation, income security and long-term legacy planning.
Q.5) The DCIL which recently signed an MoU with Colombo Dockyard PLC, is primarily associated with which activity?
[a] Shipbuilding only
[b] Port dredging operations
[c] Cargo handling
[d] Coastal tourism
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Answer: [b] Port dredging operations
Explanation:
Dredging Corporation of India Limited is primarily engaged in dredging activities at Indian ports to maintain navigable waterways. It signed an MoU with Colombo Dockyard PLC to enhance ship repair, dry-docking and shipbuilding collaboration, strengthening regional maritime capabilities.
Q.6) World Homoeopathy Day is observed annually on April 10, to mark the birth anniversary of whom?
[a] Hippocrates
[b] Samuel Hahnemann
[c] Edward Jenner
[d] Louis Pasteur
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Answer: [b] Samuel Hahnemann
Explanation:
World Homoeopathy Day observed annually on April 10, commemorates the birth anniversary of Samuel Hahnemann, who formalised homoeopathy in 1796 based on the principle of “like cures like.” His work Organon of Medicine remains the foundational text of homoeopathic practice worldwide.
Q.7) World Chagas Disease Day, observed on April 14, is associated with which type of disease?
[a] Viral disease
[b] Bacterial disease
[c] Neglected tropical disease
[d] Genetic disorder
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Answer: [c] Neglected tropical disease
Explanation:
World Chagas Disease Day highlights Chagas disease, a neglected tropical disease caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. It was first observed in 2020 and commemorates Carlos Ribeiro Justiniano Chagas, who identified the disease in 1909. It promotes early detection and treatment to prevent severe complications.
Q.8) Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, whose birth anniversary is observed annually on 14 April, as Ambedkar Jayanti, is known as the “Father of which of the following?”
[a] Indian Judiciary
[b] Indian Constitution
[c] Indian Parliament
[d] Indian Economy
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Answer: [b] Indian Constitution
Explanation:
Ambedkar Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, born on 14 April 1891. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar is regarded as the “Father of the Indian Constitution” for his role as Chairman of the Drafting Committee. He played a key role in shaping India’s democratic framework and worked extensively for social justice and equality.
Q.9) The first Global Forum of WHO Collaborating Centres, recently in news, was held alongside which event?
[a] G20 Health Summit
[b] World Health Assembly
[c] One Health Summit 2026
[d] Global Vaccine Summit
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Answer: [c] One Health Summit 2026
Explanation:
The forum, convened by the World Health Organization, was held alongside the One Health Summit 2026 hosted by France. It brought together 800+ institutions to strengthen global cooperation and coordinated responses to emerging health challenges through WHO Collaborating Centres.
Q.10) Operation Meghdoot, whose anniversary is observed as Siachen Day, was launched in which year?
[a] 1971
[b] 1984
[c] 1999
[d] 2001
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Answer: [b] 1984
Explanation:
Operation Meghdoot was launched in 1984 by the Indian Army and Indian Air Force to secure strategic heights on the Saltoro Ridge in the Siachen Glacier. It marked the first military operation at the world’s highest battlefield, countering Pakistan’s claims in the region.